Country estate built like a fortress

Compiled by Dan X. McGraw

This large country estate is built like a fortress but with palace-like detailing. The home features five bedrooms and five bathrooms in more than 8,600 square feet of living space. There will be an open house Sept. 22 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This $2.75 million home is located at 2306 Sierra Madre Street in Friendswood.